The Digital Content Producer is responsible for crafting local news stories for woodtv.com (everything from quick-hit local stories to breaking news and enterprise reports), packaging broadcast content for a digital audience, curating high-performing content from wire services, and zoning homepage layouts driven by data. This role will contribute to building a loyal audience by being responsive to traffic patterns and audience interest while serving as a steward of our brands.

Position Responsibilities:

Publish several digital stories per shift (quick-hits, breaking news and reported pieces).Edit reporter content and package it for web.Curate and aggregate a steady stream of interesting content based on analytics and visitor interests.Promote and distribute news content on social media.Strong AP-style writing, copyediting, grammar and story organization skills.Strict journalistic standards, including vetting, pitching and ethical treatment of the stories we cover.Contribute to long-term and special digital projects.Build a positive working relationship with digital director, digital executive producer and newsroom staff.Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously as needed.Ability to responsibly and respectfully interact online and over the phone with community members.Other duties as assigned.

Skill/Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field with focus on digital content.Engaging headline writer.Strong multi-tasking abilities.Strong news judgement.Capable of researching, interviewing and writing original news articles.Knowledge of AP Stylebook and SEO.Enjoys working with a team and has excellent interpersonal skills.Strong communicator.Proficiency in MS Office and WordPress.A desire to learn and grow.

Work Hours:

This is a full-time position. Early morning hours are likely.

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